You are required to complete and finalize the coursework for the module Sensors, Transducers and Actuators. The work must be carried out professionally, accurately, and in full compliance with academic standards.

This is a group assignment consisting of 4 members, and the final submission must be a single integrated report of 18 pages.

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REPORT DISTRIBUTION

– Part A (Individual Work): 12 pages total (3 pages per student 4 students)

– Part B (Group Work): 6 pages

Total: 18 pages (excluding references and appendices if required)

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PART A INDIVIDUAL RESEARCH REPORT (4 Students)

Each group member must prepare an individual research report (maximum 3 pages each) on a different type of industrial sensor.

Each student must select a unique sensor topic. Suggested distribution:

– Student 1: Temperature Sensor

– Student 2: Pressure Sensor

– Student 3: Proximity Sensor

– Student 4: Flow Sensor

(Alternative sensor types may be used if approved, but duplication is not allowed.)

Each individual report MUST follow the IEEE format and include the following sections:

1. Title

A clear, precise, and relevant title.

2. Abstract (Maximum 250 words)

– Purpose of the study

– Research approach

– Key findings

– Main conclusion

3. Introduction

– Background information

– Definition of the sensor

– Industrial importance

– Scope and objectives

4. Methodology

– Working principle of the sensor

– Key components and technologies

– Supporting diagrams, tables, or figures

– Explanation of system operation

– Limitations or technical challenges

5. Discussion

– Analysis of results

– Performance evaluation

– Comparison with similar sensors or studies

– Advantages and disadvantages

6. Conclusion

– Summary of findings

– Identified limitations

– Suggested improvements

7. References

– Minimum 58 academic sources

– IEEE referencing style is mandatory

Important Requirements:

– Each student must complete their section independently

– Avoid plagiarism (SafeAssign will be used)

– Maintain consistency in formatting across all reports

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PART B SYSTEM DESIGN AND SIMULATION (GROUP WORK 6 PAGES)

The group must collaboratively design and simulate an automated cement bag sorting system based on size classification (Large, Medium, Small).

Objective:

To design a sensor-based industrial automation system that detects, sorts, and delivers cement bags to the correct storage locations using conveyors and a lift mechanism.

The following tasks must be completed:

1. System Requirements (Approx. 1 page)

– Identify all required components:

Sensors (size detection, position sensors)

Actuators (conveyor belts, lift system, rotation mechanism)

– Specify type and quantity of each component

– Provide clear technical justification

2. System Design (Approx. 1.5 pages)

– Describe the system operation step by step

– Define system inputs and outputs

– Explain interaction between sensors and actuators

– Include a clear system diagram or block diagram

3. Control Algorithm / Flowchart (Approx. 1 page)

– Develop a logical control sequence

– Present a flowchart of the system operation

– Ensure correct decision-making process for sorting:

Large Upper Conveyor

Medium Middle Conveyor

Small Lower Conveyor

4. Simulation and PLC Programming (Approx. 1.5 pages)

– Develop the control program using Mitsubishi FX Simulator

– Implement:

Conveyor control logic

Lift movement (Up/Down)

Rotation mechanism

– Apply timing conditions (e.g., delay after detection)

– Provide simulation results (screenshots or descriptions)

5. Demonstration and Evaluation (Approx. 1 page)

– Describe the system performance

– Evaluate accuracy and efficiency

– Explain any issues encountered and how they were solved

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FINAL REPORT STRUCTURE

The final report must be organized as follows:

– Part A (4 Individual Reports 12 pages total)

– Part B (Group Work 6 pages total)

– References

– Appendices (optional: PLC code, diagrams, additional data)

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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

– Use clear academic English

– Follow IEEE format strictly

– Ensure logical flow and consistency throughout the report

– Label all diagrams, tables, and figures properly

– Ensure all technical explanations are clear and accurate

– Submit before the deadline

The final work must demonstrate strong understanding of:

– Industrial sensors

– Automation systems

– PLC programming

– System design and simulation

The report must be complete, well-structured, and ready for submission without requiring further corrections.